2014 Kia Forte 5-door debuts at Chicago Auto Show

The 1.6-liter gasoline direct-injection turbocharged four-cylinder engine puts out 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. The engine can be mated to a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. This engine option is the most powerful of the Forte lineup, which also includes the Forte sedan and Forte Koup.

The base engine is a 2.0-liter gasoline direct-injection four-cylinder engine that puts out 173 hp and 154 lb-ft of torque. It is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The 2014 Kia Forte hatchback can come in two varieties: the base EX and the sportier SX.

Standard technology includes Kia's UVO infotainment system with rear camera display, Bluetooth and satellite radio. Other standard features include 16-inch alloy wheels, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter, and LED headlights.

Pricing will be announced when the Forte 5-door goes on sale this summer.

Pricing will be announced when the Forte 5-door goes on sale this summer.

About the Chicago Auto Show

The Chicago Auto Show is held every February at McCormick Place and bills itself as "The Nation's Largest." Pickup trucks traditionally have had a big showing in Chicago, as have green and small cars. This year marks the 105th Chicago Auto Show; press days are Feb. 7-8 while public days are Feb. 9-18.